Chapter 62: Journey to Yuetian
After parting ways with Yun Changfeng, Chu Jiang didn't try to dig into his secrets too much. Like what kind of ghost he had on him or if he had already chosen the first option.
Chu Jiang asked enough questions already, it's important to give people some privacy, just like Yun Changfeng didn't ask Chu Jiang how he solved the Stretching Ghost.
As for what comes next, Chu Jiang plans to leave this city once he receives his reward, the original plan remains unchanged.
After leaving, he will go on a journey to find Li Buhuo.
In fact, he could also join Research Institute No. 21 through Fang Tianci's recommendation, but Chu Jiang has more trust in Li Buhuo.
If he becomes the leader, there is one situation he has to consider: Chu Jiang is currently cursed with the Ghost Diary.
This curse will subtly bring ghosts closer to Chu Jiang, and at the same time, it will subtly make Chu Jiang go to places where there are ghosts.
Moreover, it's obvious that simply separating from the diary won't solve the problem. When it really comes down to it, Chu Jiang is sure that this ghostly thing will come flying to find him.
If he becomes the leader, he will inevitably have to deal with supernatural events frequently, which will enhance the effect of the curse.
But Chu Jiang has thought about it seriously, he has no choice.
Since strange things started happening around the world, there are very few places that can be considered safe. Even if he stays in a certain place, he might attract ghosts because of a curse.
So running away isn't very helpful, Chu Jiang thinks it's more useful to strengthen his own strength as soon as possible.
Besides, if he joins the research institute, he can at least ask for support when he encounters unsolvable problems.
Even if the people from the organization can't come immediately, someone like Fang Tianci can make a few phone calls and immediately have someone come and help. That's the benefit of being in charge.
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Three days later, Chu Jiang took the high-speed train and left Luozhou City.
These past few days, he didn't go back to the Linjiang Hotel, he just found a random guesthouse to stay in.
And, these past few days have been normal, Chu Jiang can finally rest properly.
This also made Chu Jiang have a new evaluation of the Ghost Diary: it seems that the curse doesn't automatically put people in a deadly situation. If different ghosts came to him every day, Chu Jiang would rather commit suicide early because no one can withstand such attacks.
Without realizing it, Chu Jiang silently told himself in his heart that if he subconsciously wanted to eat on the west side in the future, he would go to the east side instead. He didn't want to be controlled by his subconscious.
As for whether the ghost can be controlled by its own subconscious, Chu Jiang can't do anything about it. In theory, even a powerful ghost like the Ghost Diary would have a hard time influencing the will of another.
Looking at it this way, Chu Jiang wasn't necessarily on a doomed path. As long as he becomes stronger in the future, the side effects of this curse will also become smaller.
In addition, Fang Tianci has already paid Chu Jiang his reward.
He gave Chu Jiang two options: giving supernatural items or giving money directly.
As for the supernatural items, there are several choices: a sealed pottery jar, a Protective Talisman, Soul Guide Incense, and some weapons with supernatural powers.
Soul Guide Incense is also a level-three seal produced by the research institute. As the name suggests, when this incense is lit, it can attract vengeful spirits or mysterious creatures.
However, its effect is not particularly strong, it can only be considered somewhat appealing.
As for the weapons, they are similar to the bone arrows that Shi Tao used before, capable of inflicting some harm on ghosts. At least they are more useful than ordinary weapons, which are nothing more than toys when facing ghosts.
Chu Jiang's first thought after listening was, "I want to play with a magical gun, it can help me deal with ghosts and protect myself."
But Fang Tianci refused directly, he said that it is illegal for regular people to have guns, unless they join the research institute and get a special permit and gun license.
Of course, he also hinted privately to Chu Jiang that if he really needs it, he can get one from the black market in their circle. After all, as an official, he cannot officially help Chu Jiang with this.
So in the end, Chu Jiang chose to get two Protective Talismans, a Soul Guide Incense, and five hundred thousand dollars in cash.
Yes, five hundred thousand dollars, this is the price Chu Jiang himself suggested, and Fang Tianci agreed without hesitation.
Although this is a lot of money for a high school student who just entered society, it is not a big deal for a city official.
Why choose money? It's simple, Chu Jiang needs money right now.
At least for now, money is still very valuable. As for when the supernatural events will fully explode and become uncontrollable, it's probably still far away, so let's not think about it for the moment.
After getting the money, Chu Jiang immediately transferred fifty thousand back to Li Buhuo and called him.
Li Buhuo heard that Chu Jiang wanted to join the research institute, so he generously invited Chu Jiang to come find him and said they would talk more when they meet.
It was after this phone call that Chu Jiang found out that Li Buhuo didn't get transferred from Luoxi City to another place. He got promoted, so the higher-ups sent Li Bing to take over Luoxi City.
Now, although Li Buhuo is still officially in charge, he is the responsible person for a higher-level city. The place he is in has a more developed economy, higher population density, and a wider range of responsibilities.
But in return, the research institute will provide him with higher resources, support, and fixed rewards. At the same time, Li Buhuo can also request special seals and special Ghost Masters from the headquarters to support him.
At Li Buhuo's level, he can have an additional professional Ghost Master to assist him.
He can even recruit civilian Ghost Masters and form special task forces.
Actually, Research Institute No. 21 doesn't want to recruit too many civilian Ghost Masters if possible, but they don't have enough manpower! Especially qualified manpower.
Even now, there are still some remote areas with low population density where they can't even assign a leader. If something happens, they have to ask nearby city's Ghost Masters for support.
So, at this stage, Research Institute No. 21 is still eager to have Ghost Masters join, but they have to be controllable talents and not dangerous individuals who might explode at any time.
Li Buhuo is now working in Yuetian City. Yuetian City is considered to be a higher-level city compared to Luoxi City and Luozhou City. Both of these cities fall under its jurisdiction and they are all within the same province.
Therefore, Chu Jiang took the high-speed train to go there and arrived in just a few hours.
Chu Jiang rarely travels far from home. Although it's not his first time coming to Yuetian City, the last time he came was several years ago with his family.
Every time he comes, he feels that it has become livelier and more modernized. As he exited the train station, he saw tall buildings everywhere and there was a busy flow of people and cars.
While taking the subway to go to the research institute branch where Li Buhuo is located, Chu Jiang couldn't help but wonder how much impact a supernatural event would have in such a big city...
